GIS & Space Data Specialist

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

7d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a GIS & Spatial Data Specialist based in Boca Raton, Florida. The position serves all University sites and campuses and reports to the Director of Space Utilization and Analysis or designee. It is the technical lead for the University’s geospatial, space inventory, and facilities-related data environment, supporting space utilization, facilities operations, infrastructure management, wayfinding, and institutional planning. The specialist develops, maintains, integrates, and applies GIS and spatial data, ensuring information is accurate, standardized, interoperable, and accessible. The role connects spatial data management with operational and planning needs, including maintaining detailed floor plans and infrastructure maps, supporting space inventory and analysis, producing visualizations, automating data workflows, and contributing to data governance and documentation. The position is designated as essential personnel and provides technical direction and oversight to technical paraprofessional staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, Computer Science, Facilities Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in GIS, spatial data management, or facilities-related geospatial applications.
Demonstrated experience with GIS platforms such as Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online/Enterprise.
Experience managing or integrating space inventory, facilities, or infrastructure datasets in a complex organizational environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate technical geospatial concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and oversee ad-hoc teams.
Strong attention to data accuracy, standards, and documentation.
Ability to manage multiple technical projects and prioritize assignments.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Unrestricted work authorization at all times; employment-based immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Ability to conduct site visits and field surveys across campus, including outdoor environments and building interiors.
Ability to occasionally carry field equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience in higher education facilities management or understanding of campus operations and infrastructure requirements.
Experience integrating GIS with BIM, CAFM, CMMS, or space management platforms.
Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar tools for floor plan and facilities data integration.
Experience with scripting or automation tools such as Python, SQL, or ArcPy.
Experience developing web-based mapping applications or spatial dashboards.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and expand the University’s GIS environment for facilities, space inventory, infrastructure, and grounds.
Manage geospatial datasets for buildings, floor plans, utilities, landscapes, and other physical assets.
Ensure spatial data accuracy, consistency, and interoperability across GIS, space inventory systems, CAFM/CMMS platforms, and other institutional systems.
Support technology planning for GIS and spatial data solutions, including system enhancements and integrations.
Integrate GIS, floor plan, facilities, and infrastructure data to support the institutional space inventory.
Coordinate spatial data updates for room attributes, classifications, and departmental assignments.
Support space utilization analysis and reporting by maintaining reliable spatial data inputs.
Perform spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data transformations for facilities operations, space planning, and institutional analysis.
Produce maps, narratives, dashboards, and digital visualization products for space use, infrastructure planning, wayfinding, and campus decision-making.
Develop and maintain automated workflows and scripts to improve data processing efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability.
Configure and manage GPS devices and mobile data collection tools for field surveys and site-based data capture.
Coordinate spatial data collection for facilities, infrastructure, and space inventory updates.
Contribute to data standards, policies, and guidelines for GIS, space inventory, and facilities-related datasets.
Maintain project documentation, metadata, and technical records in accordance with institutional data governance practices.
Collaborate with design and construction, facilities operations and maintenance, space utilization, planning, information systems, and other University stakeholders to integrate spatial data into operational and planning processes.
Provide technical guidance on interpreting and appropriately using GIS and spatial data products.
Support signage, wayfinding, and campus navigation initiatives through spatial data development and mapping.
Provide technical direction and oversight to technical paraprofessional staff supporting GIS, facilities documentation, and spatial data preparation.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including PPO/HMO plans.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Flexible Spending plans.
Employee Assistance Program.
State retirement options, including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for state employees.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off for eligible employees, including vacation and sick leave, one personal day, nine paid holidays, and paid winter break at the President’s discretion.
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
Employee Educational Scholarship Program for eligible staff and faculty, with tuition assistance after six months of full-time employment; eligibility rules apply.